Chinaza Uchendu Joins FC Nantes Féminine on One-Year Deal

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Nigerian striker, Chinaza Uchendu has signed a one-year contract with FC Nantes Féminine, with the deal running until June 2025.

The 26 year-old forward makes the switch from Turku defending champions, Galatasaray.

Uchendu has previously played for clubs such as SC Braga, Linkoping FC before joining the French Première Ligue.

During her time with SC Braga, she was involved in 13 goals across 43 appearances in all competitions.

At the international level, Uchendu has represented Nigeria, featuring in the 2016 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup and the 2018 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, including Nigeria’s victory over South Africa in the final by converting a penalty during the shootout.

Speaking on her move the player stated, “I am happy to join the FC Nantes club. I will discover this championship, which I know almost nothing about.”

“But this is not the first time I have come to France. I took part in the World Cup in 2019 (Nigeria was eliminated by Germany in the round of 16). I remember the crowd.”

“I had never played in front of so many people before. I had faced big names. I am super excited at the idea of meeting this crowd again, the fans, of creating new memories.”
While Chinaza Uchendu leaves Galatasaray, Super Falcons teammate, Demehin joins the team on a free transfer.